Rep. Haley Stevens calls for COVID-19 vaccine priority for teachers, others

U. S. Representatives Haley Stevens ( MI-11the District) and Tim Walberg ( MI-7th District) have introduced House Resolution 1249, calling for COVID-19 vaccine distribution efforts to prioritize frontline workers, nursing home and longterm care residents, individuals with pre- existing conditions and K-12 educators.

Stevens, a Democrat, represents a portion of Oakland County. Walberg, a Republican, represents several counties in south- central Michigan. They both sit on the House Education and Labor Committee.

“As chair of the House Science Subcommittee on Research & Technology, I applaud the unprecedented efforts of our scientific community to make remarkable progress on a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine,” Stevens said.

“With the goal to vaccinate everyone, targeted and vulnerable populations in our communities must be prioritized.

“As Michigan was hit hard and early by COVID-19, Congressman Walberg and I are introducing a resolution to express the sentiment of Congress that in addition to older Americans and frontline workers, our nation’s teachers must also be prioritized as a vaccine is distributed.

“Reopening schools will be a top priority in the coming months, both for the benefit of our nation’s students, dedicated teachers and our economy, as millions of parents will no longer have to shoulder the burden of child care responsibilities alone.

“Taking direct ion from scientists and public health experts, we will continue to work together to keep our communities safe,” said Stevens.

To read the entire House resolution, go to https:// walberg. house. gov/.